Old Mill Farm, at 8913 NC Highway 751 South, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a Mardi Gras celebration on Sunday, March 2, 2025, from 12 to 4 p.m. The event will feature live New Orleans style jazz, Cajun cuisine, King Cake, and, of course, goats to meet! Tickets are $10 per person for anyone aged 3 and up. Or buy a family four pack for $30. The Blue Notes Jazz Band will be playing live … [Read more...] about Mardi Gras at Old Mill Farm
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Z Camp: Zumbathon at Apex Nature Park May 3
Join more than 35 Zumba instructors and the community for Z Camp, a Zumbathon held on May 3, 2025, from 3 to 5 p.m., at Apex Nature Park Amphitheater, 2600 Evans Road, Apex, North Carolina. This is a family-friendly event. Please register to save your spot. The cost is a donation of at least $10. The proceeds support Connecting Community. … [Read more...] about Z Camp: Zumbathon at Apex Nature Park May 3
Mardi Gras Celebration in Franklinton
The nearby town of Franklinton is hosting a Mardi Gras celebration on Saturday, March 1, 2025, starting at 1 p.m. It’s free to attend. Franklinton is in the northeast corner of the Triangle. It’s about a 39 minute drive from Raleigh, but just a 15 minute drive from Wake Forest, and a 10 minute drive from Youngsville. The celebration will take place in front of the Owls Roost on Main Street. … [Read more...] about Mardi Gras Celebration in Franklinton
Ethos Children’s Business Fair in Apex March 1
The annual Ethos Children's Business Fair is a free, public, community event hosted by the Ethos School, a Montessori and Acton Academy in the where children between the ages of 6 and 15 have independently started up their businesses beginning to end from product design and creation to business plan and marketing strategy, product promotion and booth display. The Ethos Children's Business Fair … [Read more...] about Ethos Children’s Business Fair in Apex March 1
Fourth Friday Fire at West Point on the Eno
The Fourth Friday of the month, during select months, Durham Parks and Recreation hosts Fourth Friday Fire. At these events, guests can sit next to a warm, crackling campfire, while learning about the wonder of nature from knowledgeable staff. S'mores fixings are provided! These events are free and open to all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required, but … [Read more...] about Fourth Friday Fire at West Point on the Eno
Dix Park Inter-Tribal Powwow October 11
The annual Dix Park Inter-Tribal Powwow will be held at Dorothea Dix Park on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The event will take place at Harvey Hill at Dix Park, 101 Blair Drive, Raleigh. It's open to the public and free to attend. Celebrate the legacy and culture of indigenous communities in North Carolina. This will be a day of competition dancing, music … [Read more...] about Dix Park Inter-Tribal Powwow October 11
Scrap Exchange Barrel Drop-In Crafting at Durham County Main Library March 1
The Scrap Exchange Barrel Drop-in Program is a mobile version of their Make 'n' Take program. There will be barrels of materials (crafting items, cardboard, scissors, staplers, tape, and more) at an off-site location. On Saturday, March 1, 2025, Durham County Main Library, 300 N Roxboro Street, Durham, NC, is hosting a Scrap Exchange Barrel Drop-in event from 2 to 4 p.m. Drop by and get … [Read more...] about Scrap Exchange Barrel Drop-In Crafting at Durham County Main Library March 1
Raleigh Retro Gamers’ Triangle Town Market March 1, including free play area, esports, kid zone, much more
Raleigh Retro Gamers is presenting Triangle Town Market on Saturday, March 1, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Triangle Town Center, 5959 Triangle Town Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina. This free, family-friendly event will feature lots of vendors, activities and giveaways. Raleigh Retro Gamers Triangle Town Holiday Market … [Read more...] about Raleigh Retro Gamers’ Triangle Town Market March 1, including free play area, esports, kid zone, much more
Sensory-Friendly Reptile Adventures at Bierman Autism Center in Cary
Bierman Autism Centers, at 15501 Weston Parkway, Ste #150, Cary, NC, is presenting a free sensory friendly scaly adventure on Saturday, March 1, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Come and explore the world of reptiles. Event highlights: This is a free event. Please RSVP. Space is limited. … [Read more...] about Sensory-Friendly Reptile Adventures at Bierman Autism Center in Cary
Free Sensory-friendly Film at Carolina Theatre of Durham: Finding Nemo March 15
The Carolina Theatre of Durham, at 309 West Morgan Street, Durham, NC, is presenting a sensory friendly film series. These events are for people with autism and others who have sensory sensitivities. Tickets are FREE. You can reserve tickets in advance of the film screening online, by phone at 919-560-3030, or at the box office. A limited number of tickets will also be available at the … [Read more...] about Free Sensory-friendly Film at Carolina Theatre of Durham: Finding Nemo March 15
